Jul 26, 2010

A touch of lime and a little cilantro makes this a perfect companion for grilled chicken or steak. Serve this as a side dish or also delicious served as a dip with nachos. My girlfriend made this recently at a party and I couldn't stop eating it. I knew I had to make it here. The cucumbers give this a wonderful fresh summer flavor. If you like this, you may also like my Southwestern Salad made with corn.

Hi Gina!! I blogged about this recipe today and did what I called a "remix recipe". I turned this delightful salad into a wonderful addition to my grilled chicken over greens but I tweaked a few things. Its here if you are interested in checking it out....http://bit.ly/951gOa

As always, thank you for being an inspiration to make delicious, healthy and amazing WW friendly meals. :) xoxo-Suzi

My husband requested pork chops tonight for dinner. Was looking for something special to serve with them and I think this is it! I can't wait to try it. It looks so amazing. Thanks so much for a great recipe!

I turned my Mom's Club on to your site and one of them made this for our Mom's Nite Out last night. She added corn. It was so good. I thought it actually had a dressing and was surprised to find out it was just the lime and cilantro.

I make a similar summer salad with shrimp and think I will throw some in when I make this so it will be a complete meal.

I made this salad last night and had some of the leftover for lunch today. It actually tasted much better after sitting in the fridge over night! I also substituted parsley for cilantro because I am not a big fan of cilantro and it was still really good!

This was SO GOOD! I added 1 clove pressed garlic and 1/2 tsp cumin, mostly to make up for not putting cilantro in. I'm one of those people who thinks cilantro tastes like soap. I served it alongside your garlic and lime marinated pock chops, and it was a hit with the whole family! This is going to my next BBQ! My hint: prep everything but lime and avocado first, and chill. Just before serving, toss the avocado pieces in your lime juice before adding both to the salad. This helps the avocado stay green longer.

Hi Gina, I was wondering what the nutrition amounts would be for this salad without the beans? We made your cuban style black beans with this salad (minus the beans) on the side. By the way, I have loved every recipe of yours I have tried, which is alot! I have lost 12 lbs in 2 months eating your delicious recipes! Thank you so much!

I used everything except 1 less avacado, 1 less tomato, and I added a fuji apple...I also used a tbsp of lime juice that was bottled...anyway adding the apple was just for fun and actually worked great by giving a bit of tangy then sweetness! :) LOVE your blog... :)))))) My servings were 1 cup, serving 6 and 114 calories :)))

I made this yesterday, I agree! It was easy and very tasty. Then only problem I had and well to be quite honest, is I had a ton gas all day into the night.. That's the only part I didn't like about having ate it :( Other than that. It was a good lunch.

I made this for dinner tonight, or at least a version of this. I only used tomatoes, cucumber and black beans, a pinch of salt, some crushed garlic and balsamic vinegar. So glad to find a new way to use balsamic as I love the taste of it. I would never have thought to use black beans in a cold salad, I only ever use them in taco soup. I am SO happy to have found your blog. I just joined WW a few days ago and am loving looking through the recipes and no I will be making MANY MORE of them in the near future.

This was delicious when I first made it. I've just started using avocados, and I'm wondering- do recipes with avocados need to be eaten immediately? It seems the avacado in my foods turns funny and mushy by the next day. Is this inevitable or is there a way to help this, like lemon juice with apples? I cut this recipe in half, but even five servings for one person is three days worth! Thanks!

My husband and I LOVED this dish!! Such simple and wholesome ingredients (and easy to make) made a wonderful side dish. I almost ate the whole thing myself. I love your recipes!! You are a huge help to this WW girl. Thanks Gina!! :)

I am making this tonight for a side with the Cubano Style stuffed pork tenderloin from your Skinny Taste Cookbook! I Love it!! Do you think I can stuff the tenderloin ahead and roast it in a few hours?